Can You Help Deal With Hornet Infestations in Maine?

If you've followed my never ending battle with Maine hornets, you already know, this isn't exactly a new chapter. At this point, it's more of a survival story. Am I being dramatic? Yes, but I’m tired.

It started with the eaves of my house. That’s the spot they chose to conquer first. Every time I'd step outside, there seemed to be another hornet flying around. In the beginning, I had convince myself it was just one or two.

Then I'd notice five. Then ten, then came the nightmares, lying around in bed picturing thousands living it up in the eaves of my Lewiston home.

That's usually when I stop looking because I don't need that kind of stress.

The Maine Hornets Took Over My Birdhouse

Just when I thought I had things under control, the hornets decided to expand their real estate. You guys know the Hobby Lobby in Auburn? I found the cutest bird house there and each year I hang it up and the birds lay there eggs and fly off each year. Not this year, because the hornets kicked them out.

One day everything looked normal. The next day there's a steady stream of hornets flying in and out like they're clocking in for work.

And if you put even the slightest big of pressure on the this birdhouse, the entire thing starts vibrating with a loud, angry buzz that's honestly terrifying. It's so intense and piercing you can literally feel it rattling through your bones.

If you've ever dealt with hornets around your Maine home, you know the feeling. You head to Paris Farmer’s Union, grab some poison and start planning your crime.

I've tried a few things to get rid of these hornets, and so far, they're undefeated.

First, my wife and I mixed up a homemade poison concoction that was supposed to wipe them out completely. We called it "hornicide." The hornets were apparently unbothered.

Next, we came up with a plan to spray a garbage bag with hornet killer and carefully place it over the nest at night. Sounds great in theory.

In reality, we've attempted it several times, gotten close, imagined the swarm attack that would follow, and immediately backed out. Every. Single. Time.

At this point, the hornets have claimed the eaves, taken over a birdhouse, and seem far more confident than the actual homeowners.

For now, the battle continues.

It's my porch versus the hornets, and judging by the birdhouse situation, they're currently winning.

If you have any tips... I'm all ears.